Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt‘s Dear Zindagi has passed the crucial Monday test at the box office. On day 1 (Friday), the film had earned Rs 8.75 crore. It grew on day 2 (Saturday) and day 3 (Sunday), as it earned Rs 11.25 crore and Rs 12.50 crore respectively. And even though it saw a dip on day 4 (Monday), Dear Zindagi has managed to hold its audience. The movie has added another Rs 4.25 crore yesterday to take its overall tally to Rs 36.75 crore.

Dear Zindagi released in just 1200 screens in India coz of its genre. And looks like this has helped the movie. Not only has it minimised the distribution cost, it also helped keep the occupancy rates high. In the overseas market too, Dear Zindagi was released in just 600 screens. In just four days, the film has earned Rs 27.45 crore at the overseas box office.

Alia Bhatt’s is the real hero of Dear Zindagi

Kaira (Alia Bhatt) is a promising cinematographer, who is going through serious crisis in her life. She is good at her work, but not getting that big break. Even her relationships in life – be it her parents or the men in her life are screwed up thanks to her own apprehensions.

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Shah Rukh Khan is the one who comes to her rescue

However when things get too much for her delicate mind to handle, she decides to consult a therapist. So enters Dr Jehangir Khan aka Jug (Shah Rukh Khan) who, in his unusual ways, tries to analyse Kaira’s problems and make her embrace life.

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Alia Bhatt’s BEST role so far

Make no two words about it – this is an Alia Bhatt movie, through and through. The men in the cast, even Shah Rukh Khan, are just there to support her. Dear Zindagi is just another movie that showcases the powerful potential of this talented actress. If you were awed by her performance in Udta Punjab, be prepared to be blown away by her sheer anguish here.

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Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo is the next best thing after Alia Bhatt in this movie

Shah Rukh, meanwhile, is a catalyst in her life as he tries to make her solve her life problems. The man uses his natural charm and dimpled smile to effective use, and we are sure girls are gonna swoon over him. However, what I liked about him the most that he allowed Alia to own the show, as he lets himself be a spectator in those scenes.

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Ali zafar’s role is the best amongst all the boys in this movie

Among the other leading men, Ali Zafar oozes charisma. While there were reports that he was replaced by Force 2 villain Tahir Raj Bhasin in the movie, they are all false and Ali is very much a part of it. And not just a part, he’s role is the best amongst Angad Bedi, Kunal Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor.

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We had slightly more expectations from Gauri Shinde

As for direction, we must say as far as Gauri Shinde’s movies go, we still love her debut film better. It had a tighter narrative than DZ. However, that doesn’t mean Dear Zindagi is a weak attempt. It has some really fine moments, and natural warmth in the proceedings. The last meeting of SRK and Alia is an example of brilliant writing and execution. The songs by Amit Trivedi gel well with the narrative.

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What are the loopholes?

While Dear Zindagi makes for a feel good viewing, we do wish that the editor had snipped off a few scenes in the second half. At two and a half hours, the movie is tad too long and it allows monotony to set in. Alia’s scenes with SRK were supposed to be a highlight of the movie. But apart from the first two scenes and the last one, the rest are too preachy and repetitive.

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A little bit more Shah Rukh Khan would have been better

It would have also helped if Shah Rukh Khan’s character was more fleshed out, especially since it was promoted the movie on his shoulders. People expecting this to be a typical Bollywood romcom and out and out Shah Rukh Khan movie, may get disappointed.

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What to do? Is Dear Zindagi worth all your time?

Dear Zindagi will definitely appeal to you if you love slice of life film. A little bit of trimming here and there would have been good, and it is not a typical Bollywood movie. However that shouldn’t stop you from not witnessing one of Alia’s best performances and SRK being his charming best.

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Dear Zindagi gets 3. 5 stars from us

Dear Zindagi definitely gets a 3.5/5 stars from us and they all belong to Alia Bhatt and partly to Shah Rukh Khan. As a viewer you realize that Alia Bhatt’s acting skills are progressing with every movie and she has the ability to carry a movie solely on her shoulders, which is a big thing.

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Made on a budget of Rs 22 crore (cost of production only), the film is already in profit. Even if you add the publicity and advertising costs, the Dear Zindagi makers had spent maximum Rs 35 crore. Still, it has made more than that. In fact, if you consider the worldwide collections, Dear Zindagi has already made considerable profit. ALSO READ – DECODED: Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt’s Dear Zindagi success

For the uninitiated, Dear Zindagi revolves around the life of a cinematographer Kaira (Alia Bhatt). Her emotional journey, which is affected by Angad Bedi, Kunal Kapoor and Ali Zafar, makes up the rest of the story. However, the hero is most definitely Shah Rukh Khan who guides Alia to a happier life. What do you guys have to say about Dear Zindagi? Tell us about your thoughts in the comments section below! Also check out the public review for the movie right here: